Posted 2 months ago
Millwright/Maintenance Worker V
@ Island Health
Victoria, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a journeyman Millwright (Maintenance Worker V) to assemble, install, align, repair, maintain, troubleshoot, inspect, dismantle and move machinery and mechanical equipment across Vancouver Island health facilities. The role includes fabricating machine parts, using computerized systems, and travel that may require a personal vehicle. Candidates need a BC Journey Millwright certificate and a Class 5 licence.
Responsibilities:
- Assemble, install, align, repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment
- Troubleshoot, inspect, dismantle and move equipment
- Fabricate and install machine parts and components
- Use computerized systems and software in daily work
- Travel as operational requirements dictate
Requirements summary:
- Journey Millwright certificate recognized by the Province of BC
- Two years related experience or equivalent
- Valid Class 5 vehicle licence
- Ability to read blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Effective verbal and written communication
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Journey Millwright certificate |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Millwright, Industrial Mechanic |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,255 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reports to the Chief Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor or his designate. Performs skilled Millwright work at the journeyman level in assembling, installing, aligning, altering repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting, inspecting, dismantling and moving machinery and mechanical equipment in compliance with applicable codes and regulations. Fabricates and installs machine parts and components. Utilizes computerized systems and software applications in day to day work. Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a Journey Millwright (Industrial Mechanic) recognized by the Province of BC Two years related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Valid Class 5 vehicle license.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to organize work.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD3201.pdfJournal
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